Electrical Engineer V

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

Valley Tech Systems (VTS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Voyager Technologies, is an innovative engineering company that is leading the way in controllable solid propulsion and open architecture airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) technologies. VTS’ innovative solutions address technology needs across the U.S. Government and commercial space industry. reentry systems, missile defense, commercial and DoD space launch systems, small launch vehicles, and payloads.

At VTS our mission is to supply the most advanced and innovative solutions to complex problems found in the Department of Defense weapon systems. We approach these problems using a “mission-focused”, “customer first” engineering approach. Working at VTS means you will be engaging with industry pioneers at a small company who all work collaboratively to make big things happen.

Position Description:

The Electrical Engineer V reports to the Systems Engineering Manager and is part of the Strategic Systems department, which is based in Folsom, CA. This role can also be located in Reno, NV. This individual will lead the design, integration, and qualification of complex electronic hardware systems in support of advanced DoD missile defense and aerospace applications.

The role emphasizes high-reliability system design, with a focus on controllable solid propulsion technologies such as divert attitude control system. The engineer will work closely with systems, mechanical, and propulsion engineering teams to ensure alignment with DoD and MDA performance, safety, and mission assurance standards.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead electrical engineer for hardware development on DoD and MDA programs involving controllable solid propulsion systems
• Lead a team of electrical engineers through design, analysis, integration, and test phases
• Drive electrical design execution and issue resolution within the engineering team
• Design and oversee development of complex controller electronics, high-reliability interconnects, and sensor interfaces
• Ensure compliance with electrical and electromagnetic design standards including MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, IPC J-STD-001, IPC-2221, and MIL-PRF-38534/38535
• Support system architecture development and trade studies for divert attitude control system configurations and other propulsion systems
• Perform FMEAs, fault tree analyses, and worst-case circuit analyses to meet mission assurance goals
• Interface with suppliers and test labs for hardware qualification, EMI/EMC certification, and electrical test protocols
• Prepare technical documentation for customer delivery including ICDs, test reports, and qualification packages
• Present design approaches, risks, and readiness at internal and customer design reviews (e.g., PDR, CDR, TRR)
• Support integration and test campaigns including system bring-up and troubleshooting

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required due to program security requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance; active clearance preferred
• Familiarity with the DoD acquisition lifecycle, particularly for Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and other Department of Defense (DoD) programs
• Proven ability to lead electrical engineering teams in a structured product development environment
• Strong organizational and technical communication skills, including presenting to internal and government stakeholders
• 10+ years of electrical hardware design experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, or missile systems
• Proven experience leading electrical engineering teams through full development lifecycle
• Experience with actuation systems, propulsion controls for missiles or interceptors, and related subsystems including actuators and initiation systems
• Hands-on experience with qualification of flight hardware to applicable military and aerospace standards

Skills:

• Effective leadership and mentoring skills within an electrical engineering team
• Proficient in design and analysis of analog and digital circuits, including schematic creation and interpretation
• Background in actuation system control, motor drive circuits, or power conditioning for missile systems
• Skilled with Altium Designer, OrCAD, PSPICE, or similar schematic/layout and simulation tools
• Experience with signal integrity, grounding/shielding, and EMI/EMC best practices
• Proficient with lab instrumentation and test automation tools for hardware verification
• Understanding of safety-critical design practices, including redundancy, fault isolation, and mission assurance
• Ability to develop, review, and defend technical documentation to DoD and MDA customer standards

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college/university
• Master’s Degree preferred in the field of Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college/university

Other:

• Familiarity with MDA MAP and PMAP requirements (preferred)
• Must be able to travel approximately 10% of the time

The good faith base salary range for this role is $135,898 - $202,323 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

California pay range

$145,255—$202,323 USD

Nevada pay range

$135,898—$189,290 USD